The kissing hand, her fourth book, was published in 1993 and has become her most wellknown book. It has been used extensively in elementary schools, hospice, and by the u. Audrey penn received the educational press association of americas distinguished achievement award for excellence in educational journalism for the kissing hand. In this new kissing hand board book, audrey penn brings us more maternal wisdom to solve another of early childhoods little issues. Chester the raccoon from audrey penns the kissing hand just ordered this for the first week of school to cheer up my sad kiddos who arent ready to be away from home yet. Since its first publication in 1993, this heartwarming book has become a childrens classic that has touched the lives of millions of children and their parents, especially. The kissing hand, an internationally renowned childrens book, addresses separation anxiety and is a great resource at the beginning of the school year, or in any situation where a child must separate from parents. Since its first publication in 1993, this heartwarming book has become a childrens classic that has touched the lives of millions of children and. School is starting in the forest, but chester raccoon does not. Audrey penns the kissing hand, is a great book to help ease a childs mind from the first seperation from their parents.
Attach the decorated hand to the following note and send it home. The kissing hand is an american childrens picture book written by audrey penn and illustrated by ruth e. As in the original, chester raccoon is nervous about attending owls night school raccoons are nocturnal. The kissing hand by audrey penn is the perfect story to read with students at the beginning of the school year.
The kissing hand by audrey penn is an adorable story about a little raccoon named chester who is worried about starting school. A kissing hand for chester raccoon by audrey penn, barbara. Penn as author, lecturer, and educator into the lives of thousands of children from kindergarten through college. Audrey penn the kissing hand audrey penn school is starting in the forest, but chester raccoon does not want to go. The kissing hand by audrey penn, 9781933718002, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The kissing hand and chester raccoon first day activities. School is starting in the forest, but chester raccoon does not want to go. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the kissing hand the kissing hand series. Audrey penn school is starting in the forest, but chester raccoon does not want to go. The kissing hand by penn, audrey and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Ideas for using books to support social emotional development. Chester raccoon is afraid to go to school, but his mother shares the kissing hand, a family secret that lets him feel her love whenever he needs it.
The kissing hand by audrey penn, ruth harper, hardcover. First days of school are certainly scary for most kids, and this book is a perfect tool for addressing their fears. The perfect book for any child taking the plunge into school, endearing illustrations are. Since its first publication in 1993, this heartwarming book has become a childrens classic that has touched the lives of millions of children and their parents, especially at times of separation. The kissing hand with 40 kissing hand audrey penn, author, ruth e. Chester raccoon and the acorn full of memories chester raccoon and the big bad bully the kissing hand a. The kissing hand is written by audrey penn, illustrated by ruth e. Dear parents, we read the book the kissing hand by audrey penn. Pdf a kissing hand for chester raccoon the kissing hand.
While the focus of the picture book is on fears about starting school, the reassurance and comfort the book provides can be applied to many different situations. As is written in the foreword, the kissing hand is a story for any child who confronts a difficult situation. The kissing hand by audrey penn 1993, hardcover for sale. It is a story about a young raccoon named chester who was anxious about leaving home and going to school. See all books authored by audrey penn, including the kissing hand, and a pocket full of kisses, and more on. Free download or read online the kissing hand pdf epub book. In this contemporary classic chester raccoon seeks love and reassurance from his mother as he ventures out into the world to attend his very first day of school. Young chester raccoon is scared of going to school and doesnt. A heartwarming classic, this story follows chester the raccoon and his fear of going to school. The main characters of this childrens, childrens story are chester and his mom. Childrens book author audrey penn has been visiting schools in the washington, d. The kissing hand lesson plan homeschool unit study ideas.
A kissing hand for chester raccoon the kissing hand series by audrey penn. Her lecture series became a national education series in 1989. The kissing hand, used by millions of parents and children starting school or facing separation, is now brought to life in audio form. This storybook study includes worksheets, a game, craftivity, activities and. It features a mother raccoon comforting a child raccoon by kissing its paw.
His mom kisses him on the paw and reminds him, with a kissing hand well never be apart. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare. Included in the back are heartshaped stickers that say the kissing hand that you can use to help your little ones know just how much you. So his mother decided to share a family secret with him.
This gently reassuring tale by audrey penn has been used for many years. When a dragon moves in book read aloud dragon books for kids. During the last 20 years, parents and teachers have passed along the secret of the kissing hand to children facing first days of kindergarten, first grade, and other separations. His mother gives him a magic secret called the kissing hand to take with him to school. She has a husband, four children, and spiritual leanings. The kissing hand the kissing hand series series by audrey penn. The first edition of the novel was published in january 1st 1993, and was written by audrey penn.
When chester the raccoon is reluctant to go to kindergarten for the first time, his mother teaches him a secret way to carry her love with him. Activities for the book the kissing hand to send home in a backpack or shoebox. Raccoon shares a family secret called the kissing hand to give him the reassurance of her love any time his world feels a little scary. The kissing hand by audrey penn chester, a young raccoon, is anxious about leaving his mother, his toys, and his friends on the first day of school. With beautiful illustrations you and your child will find your hearts warmed as you learn of the kissing hand and see how you can apply it to your own lives.
Foreword the kissing hand is a story for any child who confronts a difficult situation, and for the child within each of us who sometimes needs reassurance. Audrey penn was a ballerina, olympic figureskating choreographer, and theatre actress who needed a new creative outlet, when arthritis halted dancing and skating. The kissing hand unit study has some excellent activities that you can do with your classroom, homeschooling group, or even your own children to help them dive deeper into the text and learn some excellent lessons on the way related. Ideas for shared reading and writing, songs and poems, making a hand. Activities, ideas, printables, and lesson plans for a unit on the kissing hand by audrey penn. Also included on the cd, on a separate track, is the new, original chesters song with lyrics by audrey penn and set to beautiful music. Here is the story of a little raccoon who confronts the first day of school and needs reassurance.
Its full of kindness, empathy, compassion and understanding. When the book was done my son opened my hand and kissed my. Since its first publication in 1993, this heartwarming book has become a childrens classic that has touched the lives of millions of children and their parents. Lovingly, his mother shares a secret that will help him cope with his new world. The kissing hand felt craft the kissing hand by audrey penn is the perfect book for helping children know that their feelings are real common, and there is a. The kissing hand perfectly shows how love can travel anywhere. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The kissing hand the kissing hand series kindle edition. The simple story is so gently told and illustrated that its sure to become a family treasure. Whether on a trip, in a restaurant or a store, children can become bored and fussy.
The kissing hand by audrey penn, 9781933718101, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. First published by the child welfare league of america in 1993, it has been used to reassure children upset by separation anxiety. Now younger children can get in on mama raccoons secret and find comfort in a kissing hand for chester raccoon, a boardbook adaptation of the original picture book. Also in maryland is nancy marie morton leaks, one of this books artists. Since it was first published in 1993, the kissing hand by audrey penn has provided reassurance for children dealing with difficult transitions and situations. Ruth e harper illustrator, nancy m leak illustrator online at alibris. Audrey penn books list of books by author audrey penn.
Books you might enjoy if you liked the kissing hand. Mother raccoon finds an unforgettable way of communicating the message that everyone most needs to hear. A sweetened, condensed version of the bestselling picture book, the kissing hand. The kissing hand by audrey pennruth harper hardcover barnes.
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